About the company and the product
Over last 108 years NSK has developed into a global organization researching, designing, and manufacturing Motion & Control™ solutions supporting mobility and industrial applications. In Australia, we have been in operation for nearly 60 years servicing all major customers directly or via our distributor network.
NSK products and solutions are everywhere where something is moving – even deployed under the hardest of conditions.  Our high precision roller bearings and ball bearings are spinning away in wind turbines and machine tools, our linear systems are hard at work in production lines, while our automotive products are to be found in vehicles from just about every major automotive manufacturer.

About the Role
We are seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to join our operation, with the position to be based in the Eastern states (Melbourne preferred, however Sydney or Brisbane will be considered based on candidate). 
Are you a results driven professional with a passion for building strong client relationships and driving business growth? Join leading provider of precision bearings and help us expand our market presence across key market segments.

Skills and Experience
As the ideal candidate and to make the transition as smooth as possible, you will possess the following key attributes:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Mechanical/ Industrial Engineering, or equivalent preferred.
• Proven track record of 8 years plus in external sales and business development, meeting and exceeding goals, preferably within the bearing industry or a related industrial field.
• Strong negotiation and persuasive skills, with the ability to close deals and achieve sales targets.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with distribution partners and customers.
• Ability to travel as needed.

• Analyse information on products, pricing, volume, and customers to establish strategies and actions plans to improve profitability and grow sales of products sold by NSK Australia.
• Identify and conduct Market Research into new products/categories and industries for business development and implement strategies to capture the market especially in leading edge industries.
• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve targets and maximize revenue Build and maintain strong relationships with distribution partners, providing necessary support and guidance to optimize sales opportunities.
• Collaborate with distribution partners to actively seek and secure new end user opportunities, to drive growth and expand the company's market share.
• Deliver compelling formal and informal sales presentations and product demonstrations to distribution partners and end customers.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, market conditions, and competitor activities to effectively position our products and services.

• Highly motivated, innovative, proactive & customer focused.
• Ability to work independently and autonomously.
• Must operate with high levels of integrity and dependability.
• Confident interpersonal & communication skills, able to present solutions and ideas.
• Demonstrate strong sales instincts and resilience, always looking for new business and solutions.
• Inquisitive nature will be advantageous.
• Able to plan, organize customer calls and prioritize competing work demands to meet deadlines and work objectives.
• Must hold a current Australian driver’s license.

• Permanent Full Time Position in a leading Global Manufacturer with long term job security.
• Attractive remuneration package commensurate with your experience.
• Fully maintained Company Vehicle, as well as other tools of the trade such as mobile phone and laptop.
• Ongoing training and opportunities for upskilling with access to the latest technologies.
• Supportive management who values your input in finding new and improved ways to achieving success.